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Dan Double Spoon Antique African Bust Ladle Sculpture
27.5", Great Character, Gorgeous Mud Soaked Patina
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USD 195.00 |
| Current Price |
USD 195.00 |
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USD 345.00 |
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| Start Time |
Friday, July 04, 2008 |
| End Time |
Friday, July 11, 2008 |
| Location |
Santa Fe, NM |
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Dan Bust Hostess Spoon Double Ceremonial LadleAntique African Art - Tribal Sculpture - Liberia A Beautiful Old Dan Ceremonial Ladle Female Bust Hostess SpoonAntique African Art - Tribal Sculpture, Prestige Object - Ivory Coast to Liberia Collected from the: Dan peoples of the Liberia Ivory Coast border region of West AfricaMaterial: Carved wood, leather earrings and neck/shoulder adornmentsPeriod: Mid 20th centuryDimensions: 27.5" height, 6.5" width, 4" depth; combined weight is 2.4 poundsCondition: Exceptional, no damage or repair. From a private Seattle collection, hairline age cracks test stable, exposed wood presents some patination. Gorgeous deep chocolate mud soaked patina beautifully accentuates the clean lines and incised designs - nice! Please click on the photos below to fully appreciate this spectacular old ladle! And be sure to see the exquisite AFRICAN SCULPTURES in our eBay store! Or explore our extraordinary collection of AFRICAN SPOONS Click Images to Enlarge Dan Hostess Spoons and Ceremonial LadlesLarge ceremonial ladles are carved to honor a particular Dan woman from each village quarter who has distinguished herself among her fellow women by generosity and hospitality. At special feasts, she dances with the ladle and directs the distribution of rice to those assembled. An elderly honoree passes the ladle and the honor on to the one she sees fit as a successor. This spoons depicts the less common type of ladle, in which the handle takes the form of bust, thus honoring women as the source of food and life itself. Dan Tribal History"Dan people, who are also known by the name Yacuba, live in the western part of the Ivory Coast and into Liberia where the land is forested in the south and bordered by a savannah in the north. The 350,000 Dan people make their living from farming cocoa, rice and manioc. Before unifying secret societies were set up at the turn of the century, each Dan village was an autonomous socio-political until governed by a chief elected on the base of his wealth and social position. Today, the leopard society acts as a major regulator of Dan life and initiates young men during their isolated periods of three to four months in the forest. Dan people have achieved notoriety in the area for their entertainment festivals which were historically village ceremonies, but are today performed largely for tourists. During these festivals, masked performers dance on stilts and carved wooden ladles were given as a coveted prize to the women voted "most generous and hospitable" in each village. The ladles feature an elongated scoop and their handles were carved in the shape of a pair of legs, a face, or an animal head," according to Bacquart. Cat. # sspd1 ************************************************************************************ THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING SANTA FE AFRICAN ART !!!We strive to earn your ***** FIVE STAR ***** rating in all 4 categories! If you are not 5 star satisfied, please contact us immediately! Your Satisfaction is Unconditionally Guaranteed ! ************************************************************************************ Multiple purchases = SUBSTANTIAL savings on your shipping costs! Never a charge for handling! Important Note: UPS and USPS International request a daytime phone number for delivery, PLEASE be sure to include this information with your payment to ensure expedited service. Dimensional weight domestic rates include tracking or free Delivery Confirmation. USPS insurance is optional and highly recommended. We gladly combine shipping for multiple purchases to reduce your costs - simply email us with your Zip or Postal Code for a combined invoice, PRIOR to making payment. We Offer a Variety of Payment Methods to Meet YOUR Needs ! PayPal, bank wire transfer or deposit, money orders, and certified or personal checks are all gladly accepted. Payment is expected within 10 days of auction close. In consideration of discounts given on Best Offers accepted, we respectfully request payment be made within 3 days unless prior arrangements are made. Please contact us directly if other arrangements are necessary - we're always happy to help! Your Satisfaction is 100% Guaranteed !!! Our commitment to customer satisfaction exceeds the standard authenticity or 'as stated' guarantees you may find elsewhere. We endeavor to ensure our collectors are thrilled with each and every item they acquire! Please contact us immediately if - for any reason - you are not pleased with your selection. Your purchase price will be gladly refunded once the item is returned to us, in its original condition, within 14 days of the initial delivery date. Affordable Auction Management and Image Hosting Solutions @ inkFrog view my other auctions below: visit my entire auction showcase
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